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What Is Acid Reflux
Disease?
Million of people get affected by acid reflux disease, generally known as
GERD. When stomach acid used for digestion repeatedly backs up, or refluxes,
into the esophagus, Acid reflux disease occurs that is when the opening
between the esophagus and the stomach becomes looser or relaxes at the wrong
time; GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) is caused.
Normally, this opening allows food to travel only from your esophagus into
your stomach. A muscular valve, called a sphincter, normally keeps stomach
contents, including stomach acid, in the stomach. A barrier between the
stomach and esophagus is created by the lower esophageal sphincter (LES),
which is located at the bottom of the esophagus.
The stomach has lining and it protects itself from acid but this irritates
the esophagus and eventually damaged because it doesn’t have a special
lining to protect itself from acid. It has been noticed and studies have
shown that if you lie in bed, the protective effect of gravity can become
lessened.
Heartburn is the result of this irritation which may be the painful, like
burning feeling. Many people get heartburn on occasion. But persistent heartburn
takes two or more days a week despite treatment and diet changes could be
acid reflux disease.Persistent heartburn is the most common symptom of acid
reflux disease, but other possible symptoms are:
Belching or regurgitation
And even chest pain not related to your heart
A sour taste in your mouth, caused by refluxing acid
Persistent coughing or hoarseness
An upset stomach, or
Difficulty swallowing
It’s important to consult with your doctor if you have any symptoms
of this disease.
Acid reflux disease is often a chronic condition that can lead to serious
complications.
Prevacid is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to treat
ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux (GERD), heartburn, erosive esophagitis,
or Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Lansoprazole may also be used to treat ulcers
due to long-term use of certain pain/anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). This
medicine works by blocking acid production in the stomach. It may be used
in combination with antibiotics (e.g., amoxicillin, clarithromycin) to treat
certain types of ulcers. It may also be used to treat other conditions as
determined by your doctor.
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